US chip equipment maker Applied Materials to lay off 4% of staff: ‘We have been focused for…’

Applied Materials is laying off approximately 4% of its global workforce, impacting around 1,444 employees. The chip equipment manufacturer cited industry changes driven by automation and digitalization as the reason for these job cuts. This strategic shift aims to create a more competitive and productive organization, preparing the company for future growth.

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Delhi blast caught on cam: New video emerges of exact moment when car exploded in heavy traffic – watch

A devastating car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort, captured on CCTV, has been declared a terrorist incident by the government. The blast killed twelve and injured many, with preliminary findings revealing severe internal injuries. The NIA is investigating a suspected Jaish-e-Mohammad module, collecting DNA samples from the alleged driver’s mother.

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‘Only matter of time’: India hopes to seal first tranche of US trade deal by year-end; urges both sides to find ‘right landing zone’

India aims to finalize the initial phase of its Bilateral Trade Agreement with the US by year-end, with commerce secretary Rajesh Agarwal expressing optimism despite global trade shifts. Negotiations have advanced significantly, though last-minute hurdles remain a possibility. Discussions are also progressing on an immediate Framework Trade Deal to address US tariffs on Indian goods.

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